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Topic Review (Newest First)

12-10-2012 05:54 PM

RayT

I have used the Hydor THEO for the past 2 years without issue. It was very reliable and kept the tank true to the temp selected. Just recently it seems some moisture has gotten inside the glass and it seems to be affecting its ability to know when to shut off.

In replacement I have just purchased EHEIM Jager heater which should be delivered today. It looks promising and I know Eheim is a great brand.

12-09-2012 11:07 PM

Imi Statue

Quote:

Originally Posted by Basil

It has a knob that allows the temp to be raised or lowered. It has no degrees on it so you would have to monitor temps with a thermometer.

I have a digital thermometer with prob for that anyways...

12-09-2012 11:04 PM

Basil

It has a knob that allows the temp to be raised or lowered. It has no degrees on it so you would have to monitor temps with a thermometer.

12-09-2012 11:03 PM

golfer_d

The Hagen Elite's are not preset...they have a dial at the top to increase or decrease the heat.

12-09-2012 10:43 PM

Imi Statue

Quote:

Originally Posted by Basil

I do not have a personal experience with that heater but it has been recommended many time for its adjustabity. It may say preset but you can adjust it. I have used hydor heaters and preset Marina heaters in my tanks with great success.

How do you adjust it if it is preset?

12-09-2012 10:27 PM

Basil

I do not have a personal experience with that heater but it has been recommended many time for its adjustabity. It may say preset but you can adjust it. I have used hydor heaters and preset Marina heaters in my tanks with great success.

I have no good experience with heaters I like in this size, unfortunately. I actually just went without a heater for the last few years on my nano's.

However, there is a Fluval heater that I am interested in trying. 25 watts. Google "Fluval Edge 25 watt heater". They aren't pricey, the are compact, and they attractive enough. They are preset however to 78 degrees so non adjustable. I plan on trying one when I have a few extra dollars.

Would you be using this for breeding purposes? I am going to be breeding Betta pair in this tank.

12-09-2012 01:14 AM

Imi Statue

Quote:

Originally Posted by h4n

I use 25 watt hydor heaters in my 2.5g and they been going for year plus and they are small about 6" long?
But I did get one that was broken from the start but amazon refunded me.

-Sent from my Samsung Note, a "Phablet"

Yeah I saw the Hydors around the net,it looks pretty good for the cost. Amazon is great about replacement or if someone messes you over too. I like dealing with them.

12-09-2012 01:13 AM

Imi Statue

Quote:

Originally Posted by ngrubich

Marina makes a decent one that heats the water ~7 degrees above ambient temp.
TopFin is hit or miss in terms of quality

So it stays at the temp all the time without any adjustments by the user?

Marina makes a decent one that heats the water ~7 degrees above ambient temp.
TopFin is hit or miss in terms of quality

12-09-2012 12:39 AM

h4n

I use 25 watt hydor heaters in my 2.5g and they been going for year plus and they are small about 6" long?
But I did get one that was broken from the start but amazon refunded me.

-Sent from my Samsung Note, a "Phablet"

12-09-2012 12:33 AM

talontsiawd

I have no good experience with heaters I like in this size, unfortunately. I actually just went without a heater for the last few years on my nano's.

However, there is a Fluval heater that I am interested in trying. 25 watts. Google "Fluval Edge 25 watt heater". They aren't pricey, the are compact, and they attractive enough. They are preset however to 78 degrees so non adjustable. I plan on trying one when I have a few extra dollars.

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